How watch PVR without connection to SAT?

[parkavenue]

I just upgraded to a new HD receiver and have several shows remaining on my 721 that I would like to view. When I attempt to view the 721 PVR programs, the ACQUIRING DATA FROM SATELLITE screen appears and I can NOT get it to go away without hooking the 721 to my satellite.

Any suggestions that would allow me to watch the PVR programs without hooking to a satellite would be appreciated. This would allow me to watch the NEW 622 and also catch up on the old 721 programs without changing wires. I plan to switch between inputs on the HDTV.

Thanks!!

 

[Kru83]

i use to watch my 625 in my room when i was getting new roof done. without any satellite signal, i would just press DVR twice and it will bring up my recording menu.

 

[Buzzdar]

i use to watch my 625 in my room when i was getting new roof done. without any satellite signal, i would just press DVR twice and it will bring up my recording menu.

To me this would be no different than watching a DVR program when there is severe weather happening that might cut off signal.

 

[parkavenue]

Yes, hit the PVR button and select the program that you want to view, the program starts BUT the "acquire sat..." message is in the middle of the picture.

 

[RedSavina]

The same is true if trying to view OTA HD programming with the dishes disconnected. I nearly got a migraine trying to resolve this when I took the 622 to a friend's so we could watch the Super Bowl in HD. FWIW, it can be done, but it shouldn't be such a hassle.

 

[Smith P.]

Run check switch and after connecting OTA feed select local channel.

 

[parkavenue]

Thanks for all of the suggestions. I connected the receiver to the sat and let it sit overnight to download guides, etc. I then disconnected from the sat and it seems to function OK for watching PVR. It has now been functioning for two days.